Pandan

Fresh pandan leaves can be stored in the refrigerator wrapped in a damp paper towel inside a sealed bag. For longer storage, they can be frozen.

To extract pandan flavor, tie a few fresh leaves into a knot and simmer them in liquids like coconut milk or water. Remove the leaves before serving.

Pandan extract or paste is a convenient alternative when fresh leaves are unavailable.

Pandan is excellent in both sweet and savory dishes, from desserts and cakes to rice and marinades.

Coconut milk

Rice

Sweeteners (sugar, palm sugar)

Fruits (especially mango and durian)

Dairy (in custards and ice cream)

Using too much pandan can result in an overpowering flavor.

Not removing the leaves after infusion will leave fibrous bits in the food.